Tucson Travel & Leisure

Tucson is a beloved city for residents and visitors alike, and there are plenty of activities and attractions to keep everyone entertained, young and old. Whether you are a first-time visitor to Tucson or you have lived here all your life, Tohono Chul Park is one of those attractions that’ll keep you coming back again and again. In offering guests a dose of nature, art and culture, this award-winning park and garden always makes for a fascinating and educational outing for the entire family.

For those desert dwellers who live out west (year-round or part-time), most will tell you there’s no better place to practice your swing then in Tucson. Aside from the superb climate, Arizona has more challenging golf courses per square mile than most states could ever dream of. And for that, we host several statewide tournaments including February’s up-and-coming Accenture Match Play Championship held at the recently unveiled The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain (Tucson's newest luxury resort) and the PGA’s formerly named FBR Open, now the Waste Management Phoenix Open, held at the TPC Scottsdale. As for which celebrities grace our golf courses, well, we like to take a wait–and-see approach.

Want to get away? Loews Ventana Canyon (located at the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains) recently underwent a multimillion dollar renovation overhauling its entire property, including its 398 guest rooms and 26 suites—each with a private terrace, some offering a fireplace or a Jacuzzi.

Ever wake up on a Saturday morning and just want to get away for the day? Perhaps do something outdoorsy? Well, we found a hidden jewel that’s often overlooked because it’s not in town. If you don’t mind a car ride, then this day trip may just be what you’re looking for.